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Tissue Characterization after a New Disaggregation Method for Skin Micro-Grafts Generation
Published on: March 4, 2016
Minimally invasive options for cutaneous defects: secondary intention healing, partial closure, and skin grafts
Kelly M Cordoro1, Mark A Russell
1Department of Dermatology, University of Virginia, PO Box 800718, Charlottesville, VA 22908, USA.
Abstract:
Several wound management options are available for defects of the head and neck, and choosing the best option requires consideration of several variables. The physical characteristics of the defect, the experience and preferences of the surgeon, and the desires and medicosocial situation of the patient may influence the final reconstructive decision. As the concepts and techniques in the field of reconstructive surgery advance, conservative wound management options should not be overlooked. This article reviews the minimally invasive options for the management of cutaneous defects, including second intention healing, partial closures, and skin grafts. The authors review the basic concepts of wound healing.
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